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Enhancing transformative learning in physician assistant education.

Claire Babcock O'Connell¹

¹University of Medicine and Dentistry of NewJersey, School of Health Related Professions, Physician Assistant Program, Piscataway, New Jersey 08854, USA. oconnecb@umdnj.edu

The Journal of Physician Assistant Education : the Official Journal of the Physician Assistant Education Association

|December 15, 2010

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Transformative learning theory aids Physician Assistant (PA) educators in fostering crucial personal growth among students. This educational approach helps students navigate and integrate new beliefs and experiences, enhancing their professional development.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Adult Learning Theory

Background:

Physician Assistant (PA) education often involves non-objective learning.
PA training necessitates personal growth, exposure to diverse perspectives, and challenging existing beliefs.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the application of transformative learning theory in PA education.
To provide a framework for PA educators to facilitate student personal growth.

Main Methods:

Utilizing the theoretical framework of transformative learning.
Applying its parameters to the context of PA student education.

Main Results:

Transformative learning theory offers a structured approach to managing subjective aspects of PA training.
It can guide educators in promoting significant personal and professional development in students.

Conclusions:

The framework of transformative learning is valuable for PA educators.
It effectively supports the goal of cultivating personal growth in PA students.